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Samoa, officially the Independent State of Samoa (formerly known as Western Samoa), is a country governing the western part of the Samoan Islands in the South Pacific Ocean. It became independent from New Zealand in 1962. The two main islands of Samoa are Upolu and one of the biggest islands in Polynesia Savai'i. The capital city Apia and Faleolo International Airport are situated on the island of Upolu. The entire island group, inclusive of American Samoa, was called Navigators Islands by European explorers before the 20th century because of the Samoans' seafaring skillsThe country is located east of the international date line and south of the equator, about halfway between Hawai�i and New Zealand in the Polynesian region of the Pacific Ocean. The total land area is 2934 km� (1133 sq mi) consisting of the two large islands of Upolu and Savai'i that account for 99% of the total land area, and eight small islets: the three islets in the Apolima Strait (Manono Island, Apolima and Nu'ulopa), the four Aleipata Islands off the eastern end of Upolu (Nu'utele, Nu'ulua, Namua, and Fanuatapu), and Nu'usafe'e (less than 0.01 km� - 2� acres - in area and about 1.4 km (0.9 mi) off the south coast of Upolu at the village of Vaovai). The main island of Upolu is home to nearly three-quarters of Samoa's population, and its capital city is Apia. Savai'i is the largest of the Samoan islands and the sixth largest Polynesian island.

The climate is equatorial/monsoonal, with an average annual temperature of 26.5�C (79.7�F), and a rainy season from November to April.

Useful Information

Samoan Proverbs on Fishing

http://www.samoalive.com/samoan_proverbs_on_fishing.htm
e.g. Upu fa�amafanafana. An exhortation not to allow oneself to be downcast by a single failure...

Clubs, Societies & Associations

Samoa International Game Fishing

Association Website

Other Places to Stay

Le Vasa Resort

http://www.levasaresort.com
Le Vasa Resort is a spectacular oceanfront paradise, perfect for a romantic getaway and true relaxation. Nestled in a peaceful and secluded setting with a backdrop of Manono and Savai�i Islands, Le Vasa provides an authentic South Pacific experience with all of the modern amenities you desire...

Princess Tui Inn B&B

Big game fishing in the pristine waters of Samoa promises Sailfish, Masi-Masi, Wahoo, and Dogtooth Tuna and more on your fishing line...

Samoa Hotels

http://www.samoa-hotels.ws
Annotated lists...

Sinalei Reef Resort & Spa

http://www.sinalei.ws
Surrounded by lush vibrant tropical gardens, with the ocean lapping on the white sandy beach, enjoy natures beauty and be absorbed in the peace and tranquility of our stunning Samoan Resort...

Matches, Festivals, Exhibitions, Events & Competitions

Annual Samoa International Game Fishing Tournament

2002 Report
Keep your hooks baited for the 2010 Samoa International Game Fishing Tournament from 3-9 May. This is the chance for teams from around the world to get together for a week of competitive fishing. Catches include marlin, Pacific sail fish, tuna, albacore, eldorado, skipjack, wahoo, giant trevally and barracuda...

Charter Boats

Samoa Adventure

http://www.samoa-adventure.com/content/view/10/12/
Samoa Adventure is the only Resort-based fishing operator in Samoa. Though our Sailing Catamaran is obviously not a "proper" Game-Fisning boat; - it seems the fish don't mind...

Troppo Fishing Adventures

http://www.fishsamoa.com
The most important thing for us is to ensure that every angler who charters our services has a fantastic time, is put in the position to catch plenty of good fish and hopefully gets the chance to catch the fish of their dreams. And it�s got to be easy, absolutely no hassels from the moment you book your adventure to when you arrive home...

Samoa - Fishing

http://www.jasons.com/Samoa/samoa-fishing
...Offshore, Samoa is an equally impressive paradise for anglers, and if you've ever imagined yourself reeling in a huge king of the ocean as the rod bends in your hands, then this is quite possibly your perfect Pacific destination...

Samoa Game Fishing

http://www.samoa.pacific-resorts.com/game-fishing.html
The definitive guide for samoa game fishing charters...

Samoa Game Fishing Guide

http://www.samoa.islands-travel.com/game-fishing.html
Game Fishing in Samoa is excellent just outside the reef off Upolu. There are several game fishing charters, the most extensive is based from the lovely Sinalei Reef Resort at Maninoa Beach where experienced crew offer lessons for beginners and local knowledge of the best spots for serious game-fishing enthusiasts. Several game fishing charters can usually be found based at Apia Harbour. You can also try your hand at fishing from a traditional outrigger canoe. Line fishing is not permitted without prior approval from the local Samoan village...

Shark Fishing in Western Samoa

Article
...Shark-fishing is, to the Samoans, just as old as their island myths and legends, but it is still exciting and customarily honoured at present as though the pre-civilized era were still existing in full...

Videos

Oceanic Sport Fishing Adventures

http://www.grandermarlin.com/
Welcome to Grander Marlin Sport Fishing, previously Samoa Sport Fishing. We were originally based out of the Samoan islands and spent many great seasons, broke records, won tournaments and even beat out the fleet in our last tournament with only my wife as the angler, I have times I will never ever forget (please feel free to scroll thru the archives of our news sections to see how far we have come)...

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